New Layered Glass Sculptures Capture the Depth and Beauty of the Ocean

Self-taught artist Ben Young‘s latest collection of ocean-inspired glass sculptures is as stunning as ever. Working for over 15 years, his creations continue to capture the beauty of the clear-blue ocean—a constant source of inspiration ever since growing up in the tranquil Bay of Plenty, on the northern coast of New Zealand.

Each piece starts as a 2D drawing and is then meticulously assembled using layers of hand-cut, translucent glass sheets, laid onto concrete rock formations. “Sometimes my starting point changes dramatically as I have to find a way to layer the glass to create certain shapes,” Young …READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE & LEARN MORE HERE